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For Chelsea supporters, football devotees, and anyone with a Blue in the family, Stamford Bridge offers one of London’s standout holiday experiences — and December may be the perfect

time to enjoy it.

From the moment tour guides transport visitors back to the club’s founding year in 1905, the journey becomes an immersive dive into the history, passion and pride that built Chelsea Football Club. More than 12 decades of iconic moments, legendary players and major trophies unfold as supporters explore the grounds of London’s most decorated club.

Before the tour even begins, fans are invited to capture a true once-in-a-lifetime moment: photos with some of the most prestigious silverware in world football. The We’ve Won It All experience brings all five UEFA trophies together — joined by the newly inducted 2025 FIFA Club World Cup trophy in the World Champions photo area. Stamford Bridge remains the only stadium on the planet to house this complete collection, cementing its status as a must-visit destination.

Led by expert live guides, the tour offers rare behind-the-scenes access. Visitors can step inside the press room, where transfer news and landmark announcements have made headlines, and walk through both home and away dressing rooms — normally closed spaces reserved for players and staff. The highlight for many comes with the adrenaline rush of moving through the players’ tunnel to the sound of Chelsea’s anthem, before emerging pitch side and taking a seat in the dugout with the same view Chelsea stars see on matchdays.

Every tour includes entry to the Chelsea FC Museum, home to an extensive collection of historic shirts, boots, medals and exclusive artifacts, along with a trophy room that chronicles the club’s rise to global success.

For families looking to make the festive season unforgettable, Stamford Bridge offers a blend of history, spectacle and club pride that few experiences can match.

Book online to save money and avoid queues, as walk-up prices are £3 higher per person — and the Christmas period is typically one of the busiest at the Bridge. Photo by Ank kumar, Wikimedia commons.